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Chandivali Societies Spend Lakhs On Water Tankers

Dry taps force residents to rely on private tankers, incurring huge costs. Water shortage affects hundreds of families.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 13 July 2026 at 08:48 am
Chandivali Societies Spend Lakhs On Water Tankers

A severe water shortage has hit the Nahar Amrit Shakti area in Chandivali, leaving hundreds of families without access to municipal water supply. For nearly a week, residents of around 30 to 40 housing societies have been waking up to dry taps, forcing them to depend on private water tankers to meet their daily needs.

The situation has become so dire that societies are being forced to spend lakhs of rupees on private water tankers, which is a significant burden on the residents. The cost of hiring private tankers is adding up, and residents are struggling to cope with the expense.

The BMC has not provided any official explanation for the water shortage, leaving residents frustrated and worried about their daily water needs. The residents are demanding that the BMC take immediate action to restore the water supply and end their reliance on private tankers.

The water shortage has affected not just the residents but also the overall quality of life in the area. With no access to municipal water, residents are finding it difficult to perform even basic tasks like washing and cleaning.

The Nahar Amrit Shakti area is a large residential complex with thousands of residents, and the water shortage has brought life to a standstill. Residents are hoping that the BMC will take urgent action to resolve the issue and restore the water supply.

The BMC is responsible for providing water supply to the city, and it is their duty to ensure that residents have access to clean and safe drinking water. The water shortage in Chandivali is a clear indication of the failure of the BMC to provide basic amenities to the residents.

The residents of Chandivali are not alone in their struggle for access to clean drinking water. Many areas in Mumbai face similar issues, and it is high time that the BMC takes concrete steps to address the problem.

The water shortage in Chandivali is a wake-up call for the BMC to take immediate action and restore the water supply. The residents are waiting with bated breath for the BMC to respond to their pleas and provide them with the basic necessity of life – clean drinking water.

In the meantime, the residents of Chandivali will continue to struggle with the water shortage, relying on private tankers to meet their daily needs. The situation is a stark reminder of the need for the BMC to prioritize the provision of basic amenities like water supply to the residents of Mumbai.

The water shortage in Chandivali has significant implications for the city as a whole. It highlights the need for the BMC to invest in infrastructure and ensure that residents have access to clean and safe drinking water. The BMC must take urgent action to address the issue and prevent such shortages in the future.

In conclusion, the water shortage in Chandivali is a serious issue that affects hundreds of families and highlights the need for the BMC to prioritize the provision of basic amenities like water supply. The residents are waiting for the BMC to take immediate action and restore the water supply, and it is essential that the BMC responds to their pleas and provides them with clean and safe drinking water.

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